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Critical RiskFDA Vet
Pets & Animals/Pet Treats

Dog Goods USA: Pig Ear Pet Treats Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: September 30, 2019
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Summary

Dog Goods USA is recalling approximately 274,884 units of 'Chef Toby Pig Ears' and 'Berkley & Jensen' pig ears due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall includes bulk and packaged Chef Toby products and 30-packs of Berkley & Jensen brand pig ears. The FDA and CDC are currently investigating a link between these pig ear treats and human cases of salmonellosis. These products were sold nationwide in retail stores, including BJ's Wholesale Club, between September 2018 and August 2019.

Risk

The treats may be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause serious illness in both the pets who consume them and the humans who handle them. Salmonella can spread to humans from contaminated pet treats if they do not thoroughly wash their hands after touching the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pantry for 'Chef Toby Pig Ears' in bulk bags (which have no lot codes) or packaged bags with the following lot codes: 428590, 074599, 1106709, 210393, 424223, 1234750, 278989, 1124053, 215812, 217664, 225979, 327901, 050273, 087148, 226884, 230273, 331199, 431724, 222999, 444525, 224208, 578867, 224970, 225399, 226340, 334498, 052248, 1168723, 224897, 585246, 867680, 880207, and 881224.
  2. Check for 30-packs of 'Berkley & Jensen' brand pig ears purchased at BJ's Wholesale Club stores any time since September 1, 2018.
  3. Immediately stop using these treats and dispose of them in a secure trash can so that pets and wildlife cannot access them.
  4. Thoroughly wash your hands and sanitize any containers, bowls, or surfaces that may have come into contact with the treats.
  5. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Dog Goods USA for further instructions.
  6. If you or your pet are showing symptoms of Salmonella infection (such as fever, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps), contact a healthcare provider or veterinarian immediately.
  7. For additional questions, contact the FDA's consumer inquiry line at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Full refund available for recalled products.

How to: Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions

Affected Products

Product: Chef Toby Pig Ears (Bulk Bags)
Lot Numbers:
None
Date Ranges: September 2018 - August 2019
Product: Chef Toby Pig Ears (Packaged)
Model:
V-0219-2020
Lot Numbers:
428590
074599
1106709
210393
424223
1234750
278989
1124053
215812
217664
225979
327901
050273
087148
226884
230273
331199
431724
222999
444525
224208
578867
224970
225399
226340
334498
052248
1168723
224897
585246
867680
880207
881224
Date Ranges: September 2018 - August 2019
Product: Berkley & Jensen Pig Ears (30-count bags)
Model:
V-0220-2020
Date Ranges: Purchased since 9/1/2018

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 83570
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Dog Goods USA
Sold By: BJ's Wholesale Club; retail stores nationwide
Manufactured In: Brazil
Units Affected: 2 products ("Chef Toby" total:238,500 ears in 795 bags; "Berkley & Jensen total: 36,384 30-count bags)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: October 29, 2019

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response